Dorothy FarrarPomelo
The pomelo is as sweet as a grapefruit and as tart as a grapefruit . She has her own character. Consumption is recommended, because the pomelo has many health benefits thanks to the valuable ingredients.
Here’s what you should know about pomelo
The Pomelo originally comes from Israel, from where the majority still come to Germany today. The fruits are also imported from South Africa. They first came to Germany in the mid-1980s. In addition to Israel and South Africa, today’s main growing areas also include Southeast Asia and China. The pomelo is the largest of the citrus fruits. The plant belongs to the rue family and grows up to 15 meters high. It thrives best in a warm, humid climate. The leaves are elliptical in shape and can reach a length of 20 centimeters. They are hairy on the underside. The creamy white to yellowish flowers appear in the leaf axils. They stand alone or in small groups.
The pomelo is round or pear-shaped, 20 to 25 centimeters long and can weigh two kilograms. The shell is white-yellow, or sometimes green, lined with a spongy, thick layer on the inside. Underneath is the light yellow, very juicy flesh, which is also pink in some varieties. The individual columns are separated from each other by solid intermediate skins.
The sweet and sour and slightly bitter pomelo flesh consists of juice sacs. These come apart easily. The pomelo is shrink-wrapped in foil and packed in a net. Thanks to imports, the fruit can be bought almost all year round.
importance to health
The pomelo has hardly any calories and is therefore very suitable for a healthy snack or diet. In terms of nutritional value, the high vitamin C content is the first thing that should be positively emphasized. There are around 40 milligrams of vitamin C per 100 grams of pomelo. Pomelo thus strengthens the body’s defenses and immune system .
The fruit also has a lot of magnesium, potassium and phosphate. Potassium is used to regulate blood pressure , strengthen bones and prevent strokes .
The richly contained Litomin, the bitter substance, stimulates intestinal activity and is said to prevent cancer . The metabolism and circulation are also supported by consumption. Pomelo also contains naringin, which may help lower high blood pressure.
Ingredients & nutritional values
The pomelo is an excellent source of vitamin C and provides the body with a lot of potassium, magnesium and phosphate. With the consumption of 100 grams, it already covers 40 percent of the daily vitamin C requirement. There are no fats in the pomelo, so it is very suitable for a diet.
| Calories and nutrients (per 100g) | ||
| kilocalories/kilojoules | 45 kcal/ 188 kj | |
| protein | 0,8 g | |
| carbohydrates | 9 g | |
| Fett | 0,1 g | |
| fiber | 1,2 g | |
| Vitamin C | 40 µg | |
intolerances
When eating pomelo, it should be noted that interactions can occur when taking various medications. The reason for this is that the furanocoumarins in the fruit can block important enzymes. However, these are necessary for the breakdown of the medication. If in doubt, it is advisable to speak to the doctor treating you whether it is advisable to eat the pomelo.
It should also be noted that the bitter substance naringin, which is one of the ingredients, is converted to naringenin, which in combination with other ingredients has a blood pressure-lowering effect.
In the case of slightly elevated blood pressure, the consumption of pomelo initially has a positive effect. In connection with antihypertensive drugs, however, considerable problems can arise, as this can result in a sharp drop in blood pressure.
Shopping and kitchen tips
When buying the pomelo, for once, a plump and flawless shell is not important. Quite the opposite, because the more wrinkled it is, the sweeter, juicier and more aromatic the pomelo’s flesh is.
At room temperature, the pomelo can easily be stored for up to two weeks. To get to the pulp of the pomelo, the thick skin of the pomelo is cut with a large knife and then peeled off. The abundant bitter substances in the pomelo are in the white outer skin. If necessary, it can also be removed.
preparation tips
The delicious pomelo can be eaten raw after the outer skin of the pulp has been removed. It can also be served with desserts and ice cream, used in a fruit salad, muesli or to make jam. Freshly squeezed, the result is a healthy, refreshing, sweet and sour juice.
It is also possible to process the pomelo into a spread . Furthermore, the pomelo goes well with grilled fish, pan-fried dishes or hearty leaf salads. In Thailand, cherry tomatoes, spring onions, coriander and pieces of pomelo are mixed together in a summery salad. As an exotic tropical fruit, it is an excellent addition to cold and warm cuisine and sets a foreign accent.
Hello and welcome to my Health Guide & Encyclopedia! My name is Dorothy Farrar, and I'm the founder and main author of this platform.
My passion for health and wellness started at a young age when I became interested in the connection between the food we eat and the way we feel. This fascination led me to study nutrition and dietetics in college, where I learned about the importance of a balanced diet and the impact of various nutrients on the body.